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  • Three women are seated at a table, focusing on their weaving projects using yarn and cardboard looms. Scissors and other crafting supplies, possibly even an auto draft tool, are scattered across the table.

    Exploring Art Class

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Explore, experiment and enjoy making art with others. Each season brings new projects and ideas as we work with different materials and techniques. Past classes have included painting, sculpting and made handmade books, always with an emphasis on creativity, personal expression and discovery. Follow the class or work on your own project. For info: Jo Swanberg: ardellajo@yahoo.com or 805-234-1754.  

  • A red ceramic mug filled with coffee sits on a wooden table next to an open book and a white piece of paper.

    Coffee With Vets

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Local veterans enjoy coffee and conversation, then stay for lunch! This is a great opportunity to get to know other veterans and hear stories about their time in the military and chat about other topics.

  • A chalkboard sign reading “THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE” is surrounded by an American flag, honoring veterans

    Puget Sound Honor Flights: Remembering & Honoring Veterans

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Celebrating Western Washinton WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War era veterans with a free trip to Washington D.C. to visit and reflect at the memorials built in their honor.  Come join us to learn about the program.  It will cover how to sign up, answer questions and share everything you need to know.  . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

  • An elderly man with white hair and glasses is using a computer in a room with several workstations. Another man is seated and working at a computer in the background.

    Digital Navigation: Tech Guidance and Troubleshooting

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. If you have questions about your cell phone, tablet or personal computer, come to our computer lab and queue up for a one-on-one 30-minute support session. We’ll help you gain confidence on your device by providing practical advice and solutions for common device headaches. Suggested donation: $10. No appointment necessary. Before heading to The Center, please call 206-932-4044/ext. 114 to confirm the lab schedule for the day. 

  • Two plates of food containing rice, vegetables, and a meat dish are placed on a counter. Two people are serving food from trays in the background.

    Community Dining

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    We serve a hot meal prepared from scratch by our staff Chef Francisco in a communal setting. Our menu changes every day and is designed to be culturally varied and nutritious. Suggested $5/person ages 60+; required $10 under 60. 

  • Cribbage

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    If you are a cribbage player, it’s time to meet up and play with other enthusiasts. For info: Jay Fulwider: budandotis@msn.com or 206-257-5599.

  • A chessboard displays various pieces with a fallen white king surrounded by black pieces, indicating a checkmate.

    Chess Club

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Are you looking for a new activity to keep your brain sharp and clear? Join us for lessons, short tutorials and chess for all levels of expertise.

  • Close-up of a person’s clasped hands resting on a cane, wearing a checkered shirt and beige pants

    Low Vision Group

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    We welcome you to participate in this group to share the challenges of dealing with low vision and receive resources and support. To register contact our social worker, Josh Maduell: 206-932-4044 / ext. 2 or joshm@wscenter.org. If you are not pre-registered, you will not be admitted.

  • A group of elderly people sits in a circle, playing and tapping on drums in a brightly lit room.

    Hand Drumming Workshop

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Experience relaxation, energy and well-being when you join Kenny Mandell’s popular workshop. No experience necessary. Drums and/or rattles provided, but if you have your own, please bring them. Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4 p.m.

  • An elderly man with white hair and glasses is using a computer in a room with several workstations. Another man is seated and working at a computer in the background.

    Burke Dykes Computer Lab

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Use our Windows computers to check email, surf the internet, search online resources and access popular software like Microsoft Office. Printer and scanner available. If you want support while using our computers, stop by during our Digital Navigation program hours.

  • A group of people participate in a standing exercise class

    Intentional Movement

    Intentional Movement
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    This music-driven movement class blends simple dance moves with full-body exercises to boost mood and improve coordination. No experience needed, just come ready for fun! Bring walking shoes and a bottle of water! 

  • A green bowl of creamy vegetable soup garnished with parsley sits next to a slice of bread and a spoon on a green plate.

    Margie’s Café

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Open for breakfast, lunch and snacks, Margie’s Café offers a rotating weekly menu of delicious, freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items, sandwiches, quiches, salads and soups. Prices are à la carte. 

  • Photo of Geri, who has gray hair and is smiling at the camera, wearing a light pink sweater and simple jewelry

    Living a Purpose-Full/Meaning-Full Life

    Living a Purpose-Full/Meaning-Full Life
    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    What gets you up in the morning? What puts pep in your step? How do you get motivated to keep learning, stay connected and build new friendships? Come share your thoughts and explore new possibilities in creating a purpose-full, meaning-full life. Led by Geri Dubé, retired therapist. The four-week series is limited to 10 participants.   .   RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044. 

  • A group of seniors participate in an indoor exercise class, with some raising their arms and others smiling. Shelves and stacked chairs are visible in the background.

    Balance & Strength

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Join personal trainer Denise Geroux to improve your balance and prevent falls with this interactive class using Feldenkrais Method (TM) of Awareness Through Movement (TM), Tai Chi and Chi Gung exercises. You will learn how to align your posture in standing and sitting and strengthen your lower body and core. We will also work on joint stability and flexibility, breathing and mindfulness—all of which contribute to better balance. We use chairs in this class. All…

  • A person with blue hair, glasses, and tattoos, wearing a striped shirt and overalls, is sitting at a table holding playing cards.

    Party Bridge

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Join us for Party Bridge at The Center. If you love playing cards with your friends, come win tricks with us every week. To sign up, contact Kim Roper: kimputer@comcast.net.

  • A person holding a pen and writing on a notepad with spiral binding, meticulously preparing for a presentation. Nearby, glasses are placed on the table, along with notes about Medicare.

    Mindfulness with Journaling

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Certified teacher Kristine Kero explores the daily practice of mindful journaling, which can improve wellness and relieve stress. You do not read out loud what you write. She will provide questions for self-reflection and focus on breathing for calmness. Bring a notebook and pen. 

  • A person holding a pen and writing on a notepad with spiral binding, meticulously preparing for a presentation. Nearby, glasses are placed on the table, along with notes about Medicare.

    Writing Group

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    This writing group encourages you to write for your family or for yourself. Facilitated by Natalie Bumgardner, the group shares stories in a comfortable environment with fellow writers offering comments and encouragement. Space limited. To participate, contact Natalie in advance for materials and other info: nataliebumgardner@yahoo.com.

  • Two plates of food containing rice, vegetables, and a meat dish are placed on a counter. Two people are serving food from trays in the background.

    Community Dining

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    We serve a hot meal prepared from scratch by our staff Chef Francisco in a communal setting. Our menu changes every day and is designed to be culturally varied and nutritious. Suggested $5/person ages 60+; required $10 under 60. 

  • A hand holding a single Mahjong tile, with multiple other tiles scattered on a flat surface in the background, reminiscent of an American Mahjong game at The Center for Active Living West Seattle.

    American Mah Jongg

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    Stimulate your brain by playing this ancient Chinese tile game that is similar to the card game Rummy. All levels of players are welcome. For players new to the game, please register for our new class, American Mah Jongg for Beginners.

  • A smiling boy is featured next to the title “Paper Children / Niños de Papel,” highlighting the powerful story of Paper Children as portrayed in this YouTube Originals series, with text about family and navigating the system.

    Paper Children

    The Center for Active Living 4217 SW Oregon St., Seattle, WA, United States

    In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month join us for Paper Children. One family seeks safety and heals from the past, while bearing the weight of an uncertain future. Paper Children goes beyond the headlines to the subtle, intimate reality of four siblings who fled gang violence in Honduras to face the terrifying, labyrinth-like US asylum process.   . RSVP to the front desk in person or at: 206-932-4044.

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